{"product_id":"ibiza-town-launches-christmas-competition-with-a-parador-stay-among-the-prizes","title":"Could Your Christmas Decorations Win a Night at Ibiza’s Parador? 2026 Competition Opens","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIbiza Town is inviting residents and local businesses to transform balconies, windows, façades and shop displays into festive Christmas decorations. The second edition of the free competition offers prizes including an overnight stay at the Parador de Ibiza with spa access and breakfast, meals for two at Ca n’Alfredo and baskets of local products. Entries close on 14 December.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristmas decorations will soon be bringing extra colour and festive atmosphere to the streets of Ibiza Town, as the Ayuntamiento de Eivissa opens registrations for the second edition of its Christmas Decoration Competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe initiative, organised by the Town Council's Department of Commerce, encourages residents and local businesses to take part by decorating their homes and shop windows, creating a more festive environment throughout the municipality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing its first edition in 2025, the competition returns in 2026 with two categories, free registration and prizes that highlight Ibiza's hospitality and local gastronomy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmong the awards is an overnight stay at the Parador de Ibiza, including access to its spa circuit and breakfast, alongside dining experiences at Restaurant Ca n’Alfredo and baskets of local products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplications are open until \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonday, 14 December 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but there is an important requirement: all participating decorations must be completely installed and visible from the street by the same deadline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo Categories: Private Homes and Commercial Premises\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe competition is divided into two categories, giving both residents and local businesses an opportunity to participate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCategory A: Private Homes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis category is open to residents decorating balconies, windows and façades of their homes, provided the displays are visible from public streets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aim is to encourage individual creativity and bring Christmas decorations into the residential streets of Ibiza Town.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCategory B: Commercial Premises\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal businesses can enter by decorating their shop windows and creating festive displays that contribute to the atmosphere of the city's commercial streets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis category gives shop owners an opportunity to showcase their creativity while helping make Ibiza Town more attractive during the Christmas shopping season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth categories are free to enter, and participants must complete their registration through the official municipal platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Night at the Parador de Ibiza Among the Prizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most appealing features of this year's competition is the selection of prizes, which combines hospitality experiences with local gastronomy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to the published competition information, the first prize in each category consists of a one-night hotel stay at the Parador de Ibiza, including access to the spa circuit and breakfast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther awards include meals or dinners for two people at Restaurant Ca n’Alfredo, as well as baskets filled with local products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA total of three prizes will be awarded in each category, meaning six decorations will receive recognition across the two competitions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe prizes also provide an opportunity to highlight Ibiza's hospitality businesses and local producers, connecting the Christmas initiative with the island's gastronomic and commercial identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Will the Winners Be Chosen?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe competition will combine professional assessment with public participation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce registrations close, a qualified jury will visit the participating decorations between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 and 18 December 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing these visits, the jury will select three finalists in each category:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree finalists among private homes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree finalists among commercial premises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe final decision will then be made through a public vote using the official Instagram account of the Ayuntamiento de Eivissa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResidents will be able to vote through the Town Hall's Instagram Stories on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19 and 20 December\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis means the public will have the final say in choosing the winning Christmas displays from the six shortlisted entries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen Will the Christmas Decorations Be Displayed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone entering the competition must have their decorations completely installed and visible from the street by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14 December 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the final day for registration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an important requirement because submitting an application alone is not sufficient. The actual Christmas display must also be ready for inspection by the deadline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe competition therefore gives residents and businesses several weeks to plan their designs, purchase materials and prepare their decorations before the jury visits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen Will the Prizes Be Presented?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe official awards ceremony is scheduled for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWednesday, 23 December 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, at Passeig de Vara de Rey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ceremony will form part of Ibiza Town's wider Christmas celebrations, providing an opportunity to recognise the residents and businesses that contribute to the municipality's festive atmosphere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe six finalists selected across both categories will be recognised following the public voting process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Enter the Ibiza Christmas Decoration Competition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResidents and businesses interested in participating can register through the Ayuntamiento de Eivissa's official online participation platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompetition details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvent:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e II Christmas Decoration Competition 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganiser:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ayuntamiento de Eivissa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntry fee:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegistration deadline:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14 December 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecoration deadline:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14 December 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCategories:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Private homes and commercial premises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJury visits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 16–18 December 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublic voting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 19–20 December 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwards ceremony:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 23 December 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVenue for the awards:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Passeig de Vara de Rey, Ibiza Town.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe official registration form is available through the municipal participation platform under the name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eII Concurs de Decoració Nadalenca 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBringing More Christmas Spirit to Ibiza Town\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Christmas Decoration Competition is about more than winning a hotel stay or a meal. 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